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ICPCBF425
Set up machine for complex flat-bed die cutting or embossing

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and adjust machinery to produce complex flat-bed die cutting or embossing.

It applies to individuals working in a printing environment, performing tasks specific to cartons and corrugating that involve set-up of machinery operations and conducting sample runs.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare job

1.1 Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system

1.2 Set-up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage

1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked

2. Prepare flat-bed die cutting or embossing devices

2.1 Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine according to job specifications

2.2 Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed according to job specifications

2.3 Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted

3. Set up delivery systems

3.1 Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

3.2 Substrate is removed from process according to job specifications

4. Set up machine for complex flat-bed die cutting or embossing

4.1 Flat-bed cutting devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

4.2 Cutting pressures are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

4.3 Machine lays are set to correct position to register

5. Set up in-line units

5.1 Minor in-line printing/converting/binding units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications

5.2 Assistance is given in set-up of major in-line printing/converting/binding units

6. Conduct sample run

6.1 Material to be used for sample is organised correctly

6.2 Machine is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

6.3 Sample is visually inspected and/or tested, or laboratory testing is organised, according to enterprise procedures

6.4 Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements

6.5 Adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate all safety devices on the flat-bed die cutting or embossing machine

correctly set up TWO jobs (using either flat-bed die cutting OR embossing machine) changing type and size of substrates and design of finished patterns according to manufacturer’s specifications, job timeframes, enterprise procedures and health and safety requirements, and incorporating a sample run to inspect and amend output.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

Documentation and information

identify the factors that must be considered when deciding on a cutting system

identify the methods for registering and proofing the cutting devices

Mounting and installing flatbed devices

explain what needs to be checked when the cutting devices are secured to the machine

identify what criteria applies for determining the selection of particular cutting devices

Delivery systems

describe areas of the delivery system to observe to maintain neat delivery of finished work

describe areas of the delivery system to observe to prevent damage to finished product

list ways the finished product can be secured for dispatch

For Reel System Only

explain work health and safety (WHS) requirements for setting up reel transportation systems

explain what adjustments to the unwind reel may be needed to suit various jobs

identify important areas to consider during webbing procedures

list and explain adjustments available to the web, and what to check when splicing/joining the web

explain areas of the reel delivery system that may need adjustment according to job specifications

explain when it would be necessary to adjust the:

sheeter during production

folder during production

rewind wheel during production

list areas to check to ensure suitability of in-line processes

For Sheet System Only

explain information concerning flat-bed die cutting or embossing found in the job documentation or production control system, and how this information is interpreted to ensure smooth workflow throughout the factory

explain WHS requirements for setting up and/or operating sheet transport and delivery systems

list important areas of the feeder unit set up

explain adjustments to facilitate accurate sheet pick-up and transportation

describe steps to ensure the delivery system operates effectively

list common faults with the flat-bed cutting process

Setting up machines for complex flatbed die cutting or embossing

explain WHS requirements for setting up cutting devices

explain what to check when setting up, adjusting and operating flat-bed cutting devices

explain how machine pressure and machine cutting depths are determined

In-line processes

explain when it is necessary to adjust in-line units

identify the largest/smallest size sheet that can be processed on this machine

Checking and adjustment

identify details of the completed sample to check to ensure conformance with client requirements

explain product testing procedures available and how often they should be used

identify factors that indicate a need for replacement of knives/blades/cutting edges

describe the process for storing cutting edges to guard against damage and deterioration

identify machine manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task, where are they kept, and the information included in them.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the converting, binding and finishing field of work and include access to:

flatbed die cut and embossing equipment

special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare job

1.1 Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system

1.2 Set-up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage

1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked

2. Prepare flat-bed die cutting or embossing devices

2.1 Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine according to job specifications

2.2 Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed according to job specifications

2.3 Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted

3. Set up delivery systems

3.1 Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

3.2 Substrate is removed from process according to job specifications

4. Set up machine for complex flat-bed die cutting or embossing

4.1 Flat-bed cutting devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

4.2 Cutting pressures are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

4.3 Machine lays are set to correct position to register

5. Set up in-line units

5.1 Minor in-line printing/converting/binding units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications

5.2 Assistance is given in set-up of major in-line printing/converting/binding units

6. Conduct sample run

6.1 Material to be used for sample is organised correctly

6.2 Machine is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

6.3 Sample is visually inspected and/or tested, or laboratory testing is organised, according to enterprise procedures

6.4 Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements

6.5 Adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications

This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Delivery systems MUST include EITHER:

reel

OR

sheet.

Setting up and adjusting MUST include EITHER:

unwind and rewind reels

webbing procedures

web control system

splicing/joining reels

OR

feeder and delivery system

sheet pick-up and transportation system

transfer and control system

folder and sheeter.

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate all safety devices on the flat-bed die cutting or embossing machine

correctly set up TWO jobs (using either flat-bed die cutting OR embossing machine) changing type and size of substrates and design of finished patterns according to manufacturer’s specifications, job timeframes, enterprise procedures and health and safety requirements, and incorporating a sample run to inspect and amend output.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

Documentation and information

identify the factors that must be considered when deciding on a cutting system

identify the methods for registering and proofing the cutting devices

Mounting and installing flatbed devices

explain what needs to be checked when the cutting devices are secured to the machine

identify what criteria applies for determining the selection of particular cutting devices

Delivery systems

describe areas of the delivery system to observe to maintain neat delivery of finished work

describe areas of the delivery system to observe to prevent damage to finished product

list ways the finished product can be secured for dispatch

For Reel System Only

explain work health and safety (WHS) requirements for setting up reel transportation systems

explain what adjustments to the unwind reel may be needed to suit various jobs

identify important areas to consider during webbing procedures

list and explain adjustments available to the web, and what to check when splicing/joining the web

explain areas of the reel delivery system that may need adjustment according to job specifications

explain when it would be necessary to adjust the:

sheeter during production

folder during production

rewind wheel during production

list areas to check to ensure suitability of in-line processes

For Sheet System Only

explain information concerning flat-bed die cutting or embossing found in the job documentation or production control system, and how this information is interpreted to ensure smooth workflow throughout the factory

explain WHS requirements for setting up and/or operating sheet transport and delivery systems

list important areas of the feeder unit set up

explain adjustments to facilitate accurate sheet pick-up and transportation

describe steps to ensure the delivery system operates effectively

list common faults with the flat-bed cutting process

Setting up machines for complex flatbed die cutting or embossing

explain WHS requirements for setting up cutting devices

explain what to check when setting up, adjusting and operating flat-bed cutting devices

explain how machine pressure and machine cutting depths are determined

In-line processes

explain when it is necessary to adjust in-line units

identify the largest/smallest size sheet that can be processed on this machine

Checking and adjustment

identify details of the completed sample to check to ensure conformance with client requirements

explain product testing procedures available and how often they should be used

identify factors that indicate a need for replacement of knives/blades/cutting edges

describe the process for storing cutting edges to guard against damage and deterioration

identify machine manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task, where are they kept, and the information included in them.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the converting, binding and finishing field of work and include access to:

flatbed die cut and embossing equipment

special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system 
Set-up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage 
Availability of all job related components is checked 
Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine according to job specifications 
Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed according to job specifications 
Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted 
Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 
Substrate is removed from process according to job specifications 
Flat-bed cutting devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 
Cutting pressures are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 
Machine lays are set to correct position to register 
Minor in-line printing/converting/binding units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications 
Assistance is given in set-up of major in-line printing/converting/binding units 
Material to be used for sample is organised correctly 
Machine is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures 
Sample is visually inspected and/or tested, or laboratory testing is organised, according to enterprise procedures 
Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements 
Adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications 

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